Kumihimo Disk & Plate

American Kumihimo Society 2024 Gathering!

I'm pleased to announce I will be teaching THREE classes at the 2024 American Kumihimo Society Gathering in Minneapolis, MN! Registration starts for AKS members on March 30 and for non-AKS members on April 6. The three classes I'm teaching are Sliding Sasanami bracelet, Cellini Bangle bracelet, and Tusna Continuous... Read more →

Is Your Disk Doing It's Job?

Hey ya'll! I have a quick video tip for you today on a subject I don't think enough people talk about. As your disk gets used, the foam becomes less dense and there is a time where a disk is too soft to make a good braid. I struggled keeping... Read more →

Virtual Class Coming Soon

I'm pleased to announce that I will be teaching a virtual class for the American Kumihimo Society. This class will be teaching the basics and variations of the Edo Yatsu braid, also known as the hollow braid. Edo Yatsu is my favorite braid and is a great structure where simple... Read more →

American Flag Bracelet Pattern

Just in time for your Fourth of July celebrations, I'm publishing the first of what I hope will be a series of "snapshot" tutorials. An advanced beginner braider should be able to follow the diagram and notes to create the braid shown in the photo. I am interested in any... Read more →

Preparing Imposter for disk braiding

Silk is the traditional material that kumihimo is made with in Japan, in bundles of thin thread that are either prepared by the braider or purchased in pre-cut lengths. As silk is not always an economical choice, a product made from rayon or nylon called Imposter or Biron is also... Read more →

Product Review: Kumihimo Handle

First, I'd like to apologize for not posting in such a long time. Sometimes life just gets in the way of your hobbies! But I'm back now with a review of a new and controversial kumihimo product, the kumihimo handle. Developed by a man hoping to help his arthritic wife,... Read more →

Beads for Braiders Info-torial #2: Size 6/0 seed beads

Eight element kongo gumi/round braids with beads are one of things that are drawing people to the art of kumihimo. Because it is quick to learn and has a world of possibilities, people who don’t have a background in either fiber or beading arts are finding themselves drawn to braiding.... Read more →

Buttonhole your braid

Of all the ways you can use to finish your braid for jewelry applications, a button and buttonhole is probably among the most elegant. It doesn't require glue and can be done with virtually any button so you don't have to worry about metal allergies. There's a wide world of... Read more →